Maastricht to Essen by train
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Overview: trains from Maastricht to Essen
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Maastricht to Essen train travel explained
Want to know how to get from Maastricht to Essen by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!
The fastest trains from Maastricht to Essen take around 2 hours and 13 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 113 kilometres.
On weekdays, the first train leaving Maastricht is scheduled to depart at around 00:01. The last departure is usually at around 23:59 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Maastricht at around 00:01, with the last train leaving at around 23:59. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 37 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 26 minutes.
Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$56.50.
We think any time is a great time to visit Essen, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.
For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Essen.
Is there a direct train from Maastricht to Essen?
The journey between Maastricht and Essen usually involves one change of train.
We usually find at least one departure on the route from Maastricht to Essen every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.
There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.
How long does it take to travel from Maastricht to Essen?
The Maastricht to Essen train travel takes about 2 hours and 13 minutes, no matter when you leave.
What are the Maastricht to Essen train times and schedule?
If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Essen leaving Maastricht at around 00:01 and the last train leaving at around 23:59 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Maastricht at around 00:01, with the final departure at 23:59.
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